Education
2025 - Present
Institute for Adult Learning Singapore (IAL)
WSQ Diploma in Design and Development of Learning for Performance 2.0 (DDDLP 2.0)
Pursuing the WSQ Diploma in Design and Development of Learning for Performance (DDDLP 2.0) has enhanced my expertise as a courseware developer, assessor, and training consultant. I specialise in designing workplace-centric learning experiences grounded in adult learning principles and aligned with performance outcomes. My role spans curriculum mapping, assessment design, facilitation planning, and learner performance analysis for continuous improvement.
2015 - 2015
Singapore Training & Development Association (STADA)
Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA)
This WSQ-recognised qualification certifies competence in adult education and training, in alignment with Singapore’s national skills framework. The program was conferred by the Singapore Workforce Development Agency (WDA) upon full completion of all required competency units.
Competency Units Completed:
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Interpret the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ) Framework
Learn to navigate and apply the WSQ system effectively within adult learning environments. -
Apply Adult Learning Principles and Code of Ethics
Develop training with a strong foundation in andragogy and ethical practice. -
Develop a Competency-Based Assessment
Build assessment tools aligned with national competency standards. -
Conduct Competency-Based Assessment
Facilitate fair, valid, and reliable assessments for adult learners. -
Design and Develop a WSQ Facilitated Training Programme
Apply instructional design principles to create effective WSQ-aligned training. -
Prepare and Facilitate Classroom Training
Deliver engaging, learner-centric training sessions that meet workplace performance needs.
2004 - 2007
Molex Global Management Training Program (MTP)
Custom MBA Program in Partnership with Harvard, Babson, Northeastern, and University of Tennessee
Completed an intensive 2.5-year Global Management Training Program at Molex, a Fortune 500 multinational manufacturer. This custom MBA-equivalent program was conducted in Illinois, USA, and delivered by faculty from renowned U.S. institutions including Harvard University, Babson College, Northeastern University, and the University of Tennessee.
Specifically designed to develop future global leaders within the organisation, the program combined rigorous academic instruction with hands-on application across leadership, strategic planning, and operations management. Participants engaged in advanced coursework, leadership simulations, and real-world business case studies to build enterprise-wide thinking in a dynamic, fast-paced industry.
Key Highlights:
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Conducted onsite in Illinois by faculty from Harvard, Babson, Northeastern, and University of Tennessee
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Covered leadership development, global business strategy, finance, marketing, and operations
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Applied learning through business simulations, cross-functional projects, and case-based discussions
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Designed to prepare high-potential leaders for senior roles in a globally connected industrial environment
2001 - 2003
KS Kaderschulen St. Gallen
PostGraduate Diploma - Marketing Management
Completed a postgraduate diploma in marketing management at KS Kaderschulen St. Gallen, Switzerland. This advanced programme delivered strategic and operational knowledge in global marketing, equipping professionals to lead in dynamic and internationally focused environments.
Core Modules Included:
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Strategic Marketing & Market Planning
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Consumer Behavior & Market Research
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International Marketing & Cross-cultural Strategy
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Brand Management & Communication
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Marketing Finance and Performance Metrics
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Leadership & Organisational Management
Emphasis was placed on applying marketing theory in real-world contexts, enhancing decision-making skills, and developing leadership for success in diverse and competitive global markets.
1984 - 1986
The Chartered Institute of Marketing
Certificate & Advance in Marketing
Granted exemptions across all core modules of both the Certificate and Advanced Certificate in Marketing—recognised by The Chartered Institute of Marketing for her prior academic and professional qualifications. This distinction highlights her established competency in both foundational and advanced marketing concepts, including:
Certificate Modules:
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Customer Communications
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Marketing Environment
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Marketing Fundamentals
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Marketing in Practice
Advanced Certificate Modules:
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Management Information for Marketing Decisions
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Effective Management for Marketing
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Marketing Operations
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The Marketing Customer Interface
Awarded based on professional merit and prior qualification assessment by CIM (UK).
1978 - 1980
National Institute of Commerce
LCCI - Secretarial Diploma
Earned the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Secretarial Diploma, providing a strong foundation in business administration, office management, and professional communication. The diploma was designed to prepare candidates for competent office support roles in corporate and executive environments.
Course Components:
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Business English & Correspondence
Developed professional writing skills for memos, reports, formal letters, and interdepartmental communications. -
Shorthand & Audio Transcription
Mastered shorthand notation (Pitman or Gregg) and dictation, essential for recording meeting minutes and executive instructions. -
Office Procedures & Administrative Practices
Gained proficiency in filing systems, office workflows, record-keeping, telephone etiquette, and visitor management. -
Typewriting (Manual & Electric)
Achieved typing proficiency through timed speed and accuracy drills—standard requirement for administrative efficiency. -
Bookkeeping & Elementary Accounts
Introduced to basic accounting principles and clerical accounting practices, including petty cash, invoicing, and ledgers. -
Secretarial Duties
Trained to handle meeting coordination, travel arrangements, diary management, and confidential information handling. -
Final Diploma Assessment
Certification awarded upon successful completion of written exams and practical assessments administered under LCCI standards.
1975 - 1977
BMC Institute
LCCI - Advanced, Higher Accounting & Costing
Completed the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Advanced Diploma in Accounting & Costing, equipping me with foundational and advanced competencies in financial management and cost control. The curriculum provided both theoretical knowledge and applied skills essential for roles in finance, accounting, and business operations.
Course Coverage:
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Advanced Financial Accounting
In-depth coverage of accounting principles, final accounts, adjustments, and preparation of financial statements for partnerships and limited companies. -
Cost Accounting & Control
Techniques in cost classification, overhead allocation, absorption costing, marginal costing, and cost-volume-profit (CVP) analysis. -
Management Accounting
Budgeting, variance analysis, performance measurement, and internal reporting to support business decisions. -
Financial Reporting Standards
Interpretation and application of accounting standards relevant at the time, including transparency and disclosure requirements. -
Business Law and Ethics (optional unit)
Introduced commercial law principles affecting accounting, including contracts, company law, and ethical considerations in financial reporting. -
Examination-Based Certification
Accredited and internationally recognized LCCI qualification, assessed via external exams.